GENERIC NAME: BENZOCAINE TOPICAL SPRAY (BEN-zoh-cane)
BRAND NAME(S): Endocaine, Hurricaine
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This medication is used on the skin to relieve pain, itching and irritation due to insect bites, burns, scrapes, sunburn, rash or other skin disorders.
HOW TO USE: This is used on the skin only as directed. Apply to clean, dry skin. Shake the container gently and hold it upright 2 to 3 inches away from the skin. Direct the spray nozzle to affected area and press to deliver a thin layer of medication. Avoid spraying in or near the eyes. Do not breathe in the spray. Do not use large amounts or apply this more often than directed as your condition will not clear faster, but the chance for side effects may increase.
SIDE EFFECTS: Slight stinging, tingling or irritation may occur when first applied. Expect this. However, if irritation or redness continue, become worse or you develop a skin rash, notify your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Before using this, tell your doctor if you have: skin disorders, skin infections, sensitivity to skin products, allergies (especially to ester-type anesthetics). This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this drug is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any nonprescription or prescription medication you may use including: all skin products. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
- Rash - Learn about rash causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Common skin rashes include poison ivy, hives, shingles, eczema, contact dermatitis, ringworm, psoriasis and impetigo.
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- Burns (First Aid) - Burns are categorized by severity as first, second, or third degree. First degree burns are similar to a painful sunburn. The damage is more severe with second degree burns, leading to blistering and more intense pain. The skin turns white and loses sensation with third degree burns. Burn treatment depends upon the location, total burn area, and intensity of the burn.
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